Snow Day!
Yesterday's snow day was no doubt a welcome surprise for many of our students! Today, school was closed to students for a full day of Professional activities focussed on reporting to parents and ongoing communication regarding student achievement and well-being. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Monday!
MOVIE NIGHT IS HERE!!! THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 IN THE SCHOOL GYM!
The School Council is rolling out the red carpet for a super fun Family Movie Night on Thursday, January 22, 2026!
If you wish to attend, admission is free. Children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian.
- Movie Title: How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action)
- Doors open: 6:00 p.m.
- Movie Run Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Important Information About Food and Beverages:
To ensure responsible ordering and to minimize waste, all food, snacks and beverages were ordered based on advance purchases made through School Cash Online.
- Families who placed advanced orders may pick up their items at the event.
- Families who did not pre-order are welcome to bring their own nut-free, school-safe snacks and drinks.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as this helps us plan responsibly and avoid excess food and waste.
Please remember that all participants are expected to follow the school's Nut-Free and Scent-Free policies.
Everyone is encouraged to come in pyjamas and bring blankets to cozy up for movie time!
We look forward to seing you there for a fun evening together!
School Spirit Wear
Show your school pride! Our online Spirit Wear store is now open, with orders delivered directly to the school every three weeks. Shop online using the link below.
https://stores.inksoft.com/eldersmills/shop/home
Hot Lunches
The Lunchbox program is live through: https://www.schoolcashonline.com. Orders can be placed by Sunday of each week. You may order one week at a time or several weeks all together; there are many options!
School Council
Our next School Council meeting is planned for Monday, March 2, 2026. All families are welcome to join School Council meetings.
Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN) Scholarship Application Workshop
Black students and their families are invited to attend a virtual edition of the BFCN Scholarship Application Workshop on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Link to information and registration in the heading.
SAVE THE DATE!
February 5th, 2026 - Music and Mittens (working title)!
An evening of music performances from our primary and junior classes.
Stay tuned for details about time, ticket sales and performances!
On the Horizon...
January is Tamil Heritage Month
Character Trait - Optimism
14 - 17 Thai Pongal
22 Movie Night @ EMPS
22 Junior Boys Volleyball Tournament
23 Junior Girls Volleyball Tournament
27 International Holocaust Remembrance Day
29 Grade 3s Field Trip
29 The National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia
30 PA Day - No classes for students
